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Loki

Loki

Mythology: Nordmannic
Portfolio: Mischief, fire, thievery, magic
Large Temples: Kvivik, Threkeld
Symbols: Ring of flame

Pronunciation

LO-kee


Loki is the god of mischief in Nordmannic mythology.

He is one of the most knowledgeable gods, and a great wizard. However, his magic often goes awry, if it was not intended to harm in the first place.

His is renowned as a shapeshifter, taking whatever form suits him. In the form of a mare, he gave birth to Fenris, Jormungandr, and Sleipnr. However, no matter what human or human-like form he takes, he never has a beard, only a mustache.

He gave humans fire, but this was less out of generosity and more to spite the other gods.

He is the great foe of Heimdallr, and the two are fated to fight at Ragnarok.

 

Epithets

Beardless One
Firegiver
Trickster

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